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Luxury Travels For Less

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Luxury travels are definitely possible with a little less pain to your pocket. Read the blog and know the smart ways to ensure spending less. Luxury travels are normally expected to be expensive; but if you want to travel the way that suits you best, there are certain ways & means. Here are some great tips: 1. Stay in Boutique Boutique properties are chic and stylish to stay in. Most importantly, they are not as expensive as stellar chains. Boutique hotels may be smaller in size but they make up beautifully for this drawback with peaceful environment and personality. Look for the deals including the meals, wine and guided tours. There are some boutique hotels that cannot be classified as five-star only because they do not have specific facilities like an in-house dining restaurant. But seriously, with so many fine dine restaurants in the city, who would bother to pay more for a luxury that probably will not be used? 2. Plan Your Travel In Off-Season There are mor...

Where to go this summer?

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As summer approaches, many people are already planning their upcoming break. Its the time when you pack your bags, zip up your kids and go on a long break! But, a little planning ahead will ensure you get to vacation at the most happening destinations this summer. We tell you the top 5 places you need to tick off this summer. UK: If you are a hippie at heart or just love a good time with music and other arts, head to to the United Kingdom this June. With both the Glastonbury and Isle of Wright festivals scheduled in June, UK is the place to party. Of particular note is the fun filled Glastonbury festival. With contemporary music, theatre, comedy, circus, cabaret and other performing arts on show here, it is few days of sheer hedonistic fun. Thailand: For an exotic holiday that gives you a break from the rat race, head to beautiful, peaceful Thailand. From pristine beaches, crowded cities, sacred temples and a permeating spirituality, Thailand is perfect for this sum...

5 Things Every Fashionista Needs When Travelling

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Traveling does not mean you have to let go of looking good. It is possible to travel in style, even when you have luggage constraints. All you need to do is pack the basics and then work it around. We give you a list of five essentials that can fit in one bag and still make you look like a fashion diva!

How to Keep Your Children Entertained While Traveling

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Traveling with children can be harrowing. Unlike adults most children do not take kindly to sitting cooped up in flights, huddled in a car for a long drive, traipsing from one location to another or exploring museums. Keep in mind that most children have short attention span and what you find interesting will, in all likelihood, bore them.   So, how do you keep the tantrums at bay and keep them engaged? We give you some valuable tips: Invest in a tab: These do not necessarily have to pricey. You need a portable device where you can download movie, games and nothing works better than a tab. You can whip them out to cajole, coerce or bribe them! It also ensures that you have some ready entertainment for those long flights or leisurely dinners. Plus, tabs are lightweight and can fit right into a purse. They can also house an entire trip’s entertainment. Sure, it does amount to spoiling, but then aren’t your kids on a holiday as well?

Why You Should Travel This Valentine Week

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Scratching your head over what to do this Valentine Day? Why not go traveling? It gives you a change of scenery and offers a welcome break from a modern hectic lifestyle. As a Valentine Gift, it is perhaps the perfect choice. We offer some tips on planning the perfect Valentine getaway. Explore new places   Book a trip to a dream destination of your choice, but make sure that neither of you has been there before. You can share the thrill of learning about a new place and people. This is the perfect opportunity to create shared experiences. Try new cuisines, find an adventure and make sure your partner has fun. Revisiting old haunts Finding new places may be fun, but you may want to go back to your favourite haunt on Valentine’s Day. Perhaps there is a destination that is a firm favourite for both of you, somewhere you spent your honeymoon, where you met each other for the first time or just a place that is special to you both. Given that this place already has good me...

How to Go Souvenir Shopping

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It is always lovely to bring back a token of your visit from a destination you loved. Whether its a designer handbag or a keychain, souvenirs remind us of a time when we were free to do what we wanted, of sunny holidays or fun company. Over time a souvenir collection is also a bit like the world on your shelf –– the intricate ceramic doll from Spain, delicate glass figure from Murano, multi-coloured tiled plate from Turkey and the exquisite vase from China.

4 of The Best Train Trips You Need to Board

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It may seem a tad old fashioned to those of us used to the jet travel era, but train travel is very much alive, even in the luxury bracket. These train trips are far from your usual journeys. With premium service, stunning scenery and an envious pedigree, our list of luxury trains must be part of your bucket list.   Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Now this is a train of legends and fiction! Featured in one of Agatha Christie ’ s mysteries, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express has hosted celebrities and royalty. Its interesting history is almost like that of a nation, with scars and medals littered on the way. Much of its attraction lies in its old world charm. The 1920s vintage cars and plush cabins belong to an era when personal comfort was a matter of pride. The train travels from Paris to Istanbul. However, there are other routes that you can also go for.